Golf Adriatic joins illustrious group of PGA Nationals

Croatia has a new elite golf destination as Golf Adriatic has joined the PGA’s portfolio of European Branded Properties.

Now called PGA National Croatia, the resort is located near Savudrija, in the Umag countryside of north-western Istria.

It boasts a challenging 6,955-yard par 72 course designed by DI. Diethard Fahrenleitner and Barbara Eisserer, recipients of the prestigious Austrian Golf Art Landscape Award.

Regarded as one of the best golf courses in the region, it is a dream round by the sea, where the wind can play a significant role.

The 18-hole championship course is characterised by its tight, bunker-guarded greens.

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Providing golfers with an unparalleled golfing escape in Croatia, the venue also includes the luxurious five-star Kempinski Hotel Adriatic, a private beach, and the new Petram Resort.

Exclusive to one resort per country, the PGA National location offers the very best in golf, accommodation and leisure.

The immaculate, luxury accommodation features 186 rooms, suites and villas with spacious balconies and terraces.

Meanwhile, Skiper Resort on the Croatian Adriatic coast has four- and five-star apartments with stunning views.

Željko Stašević, General Manager, said: “We are thrilled and honoured to have Golf Adriatic become the PGA National Croatia, representing the highest standards in golfing excellence.

“This achievement is a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional golf experiences for our guests and we look forward to continuing to elevate our offerings with the support of the PGA.”

The Croatian venue joins an illustrious group of other PGA Nationals which includes Ryder Cup venues The Belfry (PGA National England) and Gleneagles (PGA National Scotland).

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Other PGA Nationals can be found in Cyprus at Aphrodite Hills, which plays host to DP World Tour events, and Greece, with Kilada Country Club, Golf & Residences becoming the latest venue to join the world-class group in 2021.

Richard Barker, PGA Executive Director – Business Development, added: “We are thrilled to add PGA National Croatia to our exclusive band of world-class PGA National Branded Properties.

“Golf Adriatic has firmly established itself as the focal point of the overall Skiper Resort, and we look forward to promoting the venue to PGA Members throughout the world.”